Investing in our Five Peaks

Since opening its slopes for the first time on Dec. 16, 1961, Breck has paved the way for innovation, access and high alpine adventure across our Five Peaks, from being on the forefront of new lift technology and installing the world’s first high-speed quad; to being the first major Colorado resort to welcome snowboarders in 1984; and to providing unrivaled access to signature high alpine terrain with the introduction of the T-Bar, the Imperial Express, and the opening of Peak 6 in 2013. While the resort has grown and evolved over the decades with new lifts, new peaks, new experiences and beyond, guests can still find the same energy, sense of adventure and spirit of community that draws people in from near and far to Breck.

Peak 8 Evolution & Five SuperChair

Here at Breck, we're always leveling up our game! Last year, we completed the transformation of our Peak 8 base area with the upgrade of the old 5-Chair to a new, high-speed quad that debuted on Opening Day of the 2023/24 winter season as the Five SuperChair. With this lift upgrade, all four chairlifts that service Peak 8 are now high-speed lifts to assist with improved flow and circulation out of the resort’s most popular base area. With this upgrade, the new Five chair now serves as a primary way for skiers and riders to access terrain out of Peak 8, and with the combination of high-speed lifts across the base area, there is now a clear path to progression with Rip’s Ride area servicing learning and beginner terrain, Five chair servicing beginner and intermediate terrain, and the Colorado and Rocky Mountain chairs servicing intermediate and advanced terrain. With the addition of Five chair, Breck has seen 3 new lifts in just 3 years! In addition, the Peak 8 Evolution also included creating space for a new area of learning terrain and carpets, designed for those first learning to slide on snow with professionals from our Ski & Snowboard School. 

Rip's Ride Upgrade: Faster Lift | More Time to Learn

In November 2022, the newly upgraded Rip's Ride debuted on Peak 8 as a high-speed quad.

A signature learning area at the resort, the newer, faster ride provides skiers and riders with quick access to Peak 8’s beginner terrain allowing for more time spent on the snow and enhancing the experience for our Ski & Snowboard School. In addition, a slight realignment to the upper terminal location now allows for easier and more convenient access to ski and ride from Rip’s Ride over to Peak 9.

If you're looking for beginner terrain on Peak 8, Rip's Ride is the best place to start!

Upcylcing & Giving Back
As a part of this project, parts from the original Rip’s Ride chair were upcycled and reused on the resort’s 6-Chair, an effort that helps towards our company's goals of zero waste, while 85 of the former chairs were auctioned off to benefit the local community. The Rip’s Ride chair auction raised more than $100,000 in total, with $50,000 going to the Summit County Rescue Group, and the remainder of the proceeds being split between the Summit Foundation and the Epic Promise Foundation.

 

A Mountain of Capital Improvements

There’s always something new to experience in Breck. Whether it’s been a few years since your last visit, a year, or just a season, the resort and town are constantly evolving yet still manage to offer the same welcoming spirit and vibrant energy for locals and visitors year after year.

As we look forward to exciting future investments, we’d be remiss not to highlight past ones in our recent history that have helped paved the way to where we are today.

Freedom SuperChair Top Terminal Peak 7

Freedom SuperChair

Opened in Dec. 2021 during Breck's 60th anniversary season, a brand-new chair created a classic pair on Peak 7 - Freedom and Independence. Located on the north side of Peak 7, the high-speed quad provides skier and riders a whole new way to lap terrain on lower Peak 7, and helps to better connect between Peaks 6, 7 and 8.

Peak 8 Base Area

The heart of the resort got a whole new beat in 2019 with an extensive makeover of the Peak 8 base area. Today, guests arriving to this central access point are greeted by escalators, an expanded plaza, brand-new skier services facilities and new amenities.

Falcon SuperChair

For the 2017-18 winter season, Peak 10’s Falcon SuperChair was upgraded to a new high-speed, 6-passenger chairlift. The lift provides an easier and faster ride up this experts-only peak, where guests can find steep and fast groomers, moguls, and rugged natural and gladed terrain.
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Pioneer Crossing

The newest on-mountain restaurant at Breck serves up great food, drinks and killer views! The nearly 500-seat restaurant opened on Peak 7 in late December of 2016 and is easily accessible via the Independence SuperChair, and now the brand-new Freedom SuperChair this winter.

Colorado SuperChair

One of Breck’s most popular chairs, the Colorado SuperChair, got a lift in 2014 with a new high-speed, 6-passenger chair, providing new life to the Peak 8 base area and central artery of access to the resort’s expansive terrain.
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Peak 6

In 2013, Breck’s signature Five Peaks came to life with the opening of Peak 6, one of the most notable terrain expansions in the past decade. The addition opened access to 1 new peak, 2 new chairlifts, and more than 500 acres of high-alpine, intermediate and expert bowl skiing.